My friend is 18 weeks pregnant, and had a miscarriage a few days ago. It kind of peaked my curiousity, but I do not want to pry, or ask any questions that could upset her because she is devestated. But I was sitting and wondering... what happens when you miscarry late like that? Thanks
2007-01-01 09:17:27 · 5 answers · asked by while_love_remains 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
The reasons can be many, but essentially the fetus is no longer viable, and the body must pass the baby. Most of the times, the body passes it itself, meaning the mom goes into labor and delivers a dead baby. If the body does not pass the baby, then she would go in for a D&C, which a doctor would remove the baby and scrape the uterus clean. Either way, it is devistating for a mom, and your support would be greatly appreciated. Take her out to lunch, sit and hold her while she cries, help her find a support group. Moms that miscarry don't view it as a natural occurance and move on, they recognize it for what it is... losing a child. She's felt this baby move inside her, and after she delivers it, she's a mom leaving the hospital without her baby. Instead of ignoring her sadness, embrace it, help her, and remember that this mom just lost a child.
2007-01-01 09:50:56 · answer #1 · answered by mcdaid36 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I miscarried at 12 weeks in October, and it was one of the most devastating things I have ever experienced.
What are you asking? Do you want the details of what happens? You should really talk to her.
Every miscarriage is different as is every person. My sister's was quick without any type of cramping or anything. In other words, everything just kind of "fell out and ran down her leg." She was 4 months. I was 12 weeks and my body was not handling it well. The pain was so bad I could not stand up straight and then the bleeding was more than I ever imagined. I sitll had to go and have a D&C.
The later in the pregnancy, the more difficult it can be, but then again, it depends on the person.
No matter what, you have lost a child. It is very devastating.
2007-01-01 09:31:16 · answer #2 · answered by jstimson4 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
What she may need most is a good friend to talk to !
2007-01-01 09:20:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's pretty devastating! She may need a friend.
2007-01-01 09:19:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What do you mean what happens? Isn't it kinda obvious?
2007-01-01 09:22:31 · answer #5 · answered by kelly v 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋